Sol Travel Guide

Madrid

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Two tall buildings with classical architecture, one with a yellow facade and the other white, under a clear blue sky.
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Stay near popular Sol attractions

A statue of a bear holding a tree with the inscription "50 AÑOS EN SOL".

Puerta del Sol

9.0/10 (21,666 reviews)
Stand at the very center of Madrid and feel the buzz as thousands of people meet and greet before a night out, gather for protests, or start out on a tour of the city.
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Things to do

Madrid City Tour – Hop On Hop Off Bus

Madrid City Tour – Hop On Hop Off Bus

£28
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Madrid City Tour – Hop On Hop Off Bus
Museo del Prado in Madrid

Skip-the-line access to Prado and Reina Sofía Museums

£59
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Skip-the-line access to Prado and Reina Sofía Museums
Skip-the-Line with Madrid’s Royal Palace Expert Guided Tour

Madrid: Royal Palace Expert Guided Tour with Optional Tapas

£30
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Madrid: Royal Palace Expert Guided Tour with Optional Tapas
Madrid: "Emociones" Live Flamenco Performance

Teatro Flamenco Madrid: Live the Flamenco Experience

£27
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Teatro Flamenco Madrid: Live the Flamenco Experience
Madrid: Live Flamenco Show with Food and Drinks Options

Madrid: Live Flamenco Show with Food and Drinks Options

£24
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Madrid: Live Flamenco Show with Food and Drinks Options
Big Bus Madrid Hop-on, Hop-off Open-top Sightseeing Bus Tour

Big Bus Madrid Hop-on, Hop-off Open-top Sightseeing Bus Tour

£20
per adult
84% of travellers recommend
Big Bus Madrid Hop-on, Hop-off Open-top Sightseeing Bus Tour
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Top hotels in Sol

Hotel Regina

Hotel Regina

4 out of 5
Alcala 19 Madrid Madrid
The price is £245 per night from 4 Nov to 5 Nov
£245
4 Nov - 5 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Madrid. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
Hotel Regina
Hotel Liabeny

Hotel Liabeny

4 out of 5
Calle de la Salud 3 Madrid
The price is £207 per night from 27 Oct to 28 Oct
£207
27 Oct - 28 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Madrid. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a sauna. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ...
Hotel Liabeny
Anaco Hotel

Anaco Hotel

3 out of 5
Tres Cruces 3 Madrid Madrid
The price is £75 per night from 2 Nov to 3 Nov
£75
2 Nov - 3 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Madrid. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their ...
6.8/10 (608 reviews)
"⭐ 1/5 Stars — Great Location, Terrible Hotel. Save Your Money! The only positive thing I can say about Hotel Anaco is its location. It is centrally located in Madrid and within walking distance of many restaurants, shops, and attractions. Unfortunately, that is where the positives end. The staff ..."

Reviewed on 9 Oct 2026

Anaco Hotel
Hotel Europa

Hotel Europa

3 out of 5
Calle Carmen, 4 Madrid Madrid
The price is £131 per night from 9 Nov to 10 Nov
£131
9 Nov - 10 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Madrid. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,009 reviews)
"Super location!!!!"

Reviewed on 8 Oct 2026

Hotel Europa
Pestana CR7 Gran Vía Madrid

Pestana CR7 Gran Vía Madrid

4 out of 5
Gran Vía 29 Madrid
The price is £232 per night from 9 Nov to 10 Nov
£232
9 Nov - 10 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Madrid. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,155 reviews)
"Clean, modern and elegant hotel. Staff was very friendly and professional. Breakfast was good, buffet style."

Reviewed on 8 Oct 2026

Pestana CR7 Gran Vía Madrid
UMusic Hotel Madrid

UMusic Hotel Madrid

5 out of 5
Calle de la Paz 11 Madrid
The price is £248 per night from 1 Nov to 2 Nov
£248
1 Nov - 2 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Madrid. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ...
UMusic Hotel Madrid
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Where to stay in Sol

Find the best Sol areas for the activities you enjoy most.
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Madrid Centro

Known for its fascinating museums and acclaimed art galleries, there's plenty to explore in Madrid Centro. Check out top attractions like Puerta del Sol and Gran Via, and jump on the metro at Sol Station or Gran Via Station to see more of the city.

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Salamanca

Salamanca is highly notable for its popular shops, and you might want to visit top sights like El Corte Inglés and Golden Mile. See more of Madrid by jumping on the metro at Serrano Station or Velazquez Station.

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Chueca

If you're spending time in Chueca, you might enjoy attractions like Gran Via and San Anton Market. You might also enjoy the neighbourhood's ample dining options before hopping on the metro at Chueca Station to see more of the city.

A street with colorful storefronts, including one with a mural of a woman and a dress.

Malasaña

Museums, cafes and shopping highlight some notable features of Malasaña. Make a stop by Gran Via or Manuela Malasaña while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Noviciado Station or San Bernardo Station to get around town.

The entrance to the Biblioteca y Museos Nacionales with ornate iron gates and classical architecture.

Recoletos

Travellers choose Recoletos for its fascinating museums. Hop aboard the metro at Serrano Station or Velazquez Station and check out top sights like Jorge Juan y Santacilia.

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